The Solar Plexus Chakra: Foods for Self-Esteem

Heidi TempletonDecember 8, 20130

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The solar plexus chakra represents self-esteem and willpower, and
governs the stomach and other digestive organs. This chakra is located
in-between the naval and the base of the sternum. By strengthening this
chakra you will reach a state in which you can shake off your fear of
rejection, criticism and of standing apart from the group. By
strengthening this chakra, you will be able to create your own, unique
identity.

Manipura, sanskrit for solar plexus chakra, also houses a lot of
important internal organs and is vital to our health by way of keeping
us balanced. If you are experiencing a blocked manipura chakra you
could be overly concerned with what others think, fearful of being
alone, insecure and in need of constant reassurance. We also harbor
feelings of being angry and judgmental when this yellow center of energy
is unbalanced.

There are many foods, herbs and spices which can assist this energy
center. Drinking kombucha can assist the digestive organs as well as
rices, flaxseed and sunflower seeds. Chamomile, turmeric, cumin and
fennel also aid this chakra. Any kind of yellow foods are great to have
around. Lemons, bananas, corn and butternut squash are especially good
to have on hand for days when the chakra is vibrating at a low
frequency.

Recipe: Southwestern Buttnernut Squash

One recipe I really enjoy is for Southwestern Butternut Squash. The
following recipe is for two.

Ingredients:

1 butternut squash

1 cup of cooked black beans

1 cup corn

Small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 yellow or red bell pepper, diced

1 bunch green onion

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon fennel

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

Vegan pepper jack cheese

Cilantro, salsa, and /or avocado for topping

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 F.

Halve and seed your squash, and then hollow out each side just enough to
form a shallow boat. Brush the squash with some coconut oil and roast
with the meaty side facing down for 30-40 minutes.

Meanwhile, sauté your onions and garlic in a pan until slightly brown.
Add bell peppers and spices, and sauté for about 5 minutes or so. Add
beans and corn and green onions then stir. Sauté a few minutes longer
and remove from heat.

Remove squash from oven and stuff it with your filling. Top with some
vegan cheese and and any other topping, return to oven for about 5-10
minutes. For the kiddos top with some vegan ranch dressing. Enjoy!

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Heidi Templeton

A southern yogini in Florida! I love NASCAR, country music, meditation and mudras! When I'm not teaching asanas at a hot studio, with recovering addicts at Footprints Beachside Recovery, working with pre and post natal moms or on a paddle board you can find me in the kitchen cooking up some vegan dishes and sharing my love for a healthy lifestyle with all of you!